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Digestive Smoothie Recipe for Carrot-Pear Gut Health & Digestion

Carrot-Pear Radiance Splash Digestive Smoothie

This digestive smoothie recipe is a digestive aid. It is full of fibre and will keep your insides moving naturally. Carrots and parsley are high in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Antioxidants help prevent cells from damage and can ward off chronic disease. While vitamins and minerals help your bodily functions.


This smoothie is full of fibre, vitamins and minerals. Give your body what it needs and it will reward you with regular digestion.

Gut-Friendly Smoothie for Good Digestion


A carrot pear smoothie is refreshing. It's a great way to support your digestion. The smoothie is packed with fibre. It aids in digestion and promotes a healthy gut. It's a perfect blend for those looking to improve their digestive wellness.


Good gut health starts with plant-based eating. Gut bacteria love fibre. Keeping your gut microbiome fueled with gut-healthy ingredients is good for you and them.

If you have digestive issues and are not used to fibre it can take time for digestive healing. When you introduce more fibre into your diet take it slowly. High-fibre foods can cause abdominal pain or trigger irritable bowel syndrome. 


Smoothies are easier to digest and cause less discomfort. Breaking down the cell wall of the plant ingredients aid digestion. It makes nutrient absorption easier.  Food that is broken down removes the need for chewing and creates happy digestion. 


Building a Healthy Gut by Feeding Your Gut Microbiome


Regularly eating high-fibre food with plenty of water can improve your regularity. One of the best ways to improve bacteria in your gut is to start feeding them gut-healthy smoothies and other plant-based foods. 


If you feed the good bacteria there will be less of the bad bacteria.  This is great news for your overall gut health. It is surprising how much our gut plays a role in our overall health. 


Smoothie Ingredients


Smoothies like this one are an excellent option for a quick and healthy breakfast or snack. You can customize them with extra ingredients. For example, you can add ginger or flaxseeds to boost their digestive benefits. This flexibility makes them a versatile addition to any diet.


Adding carrots to your smoothie brings natural sweetness. It also gives key nutrients like beta-carotene. This nutrient supports eye health and boosts the immune system. It pairs with the subtle sweetness of pears. This creates a balanced flavour. The flavour is both healthy and tasty.


Making a carrot pear smoothie is an easy way to eat many fruits and vegetables at once. It's ideal for busy people. They still want to get their daily vitamins and minerals.


Vitamins and Minerals in the Ingredients

Carrot

  • Vitamin A (from beta-carotene)

  • Vitamin K

  • Vitamin C

  • Potassium

Pear

  • Vitamin C

  • Vitamin K

  • Potassium

  • Dietary Fiber

Parsley

  • Vitamin K

  • Vitamin C

  • Folate

  • Iron


Digestive Smoothie Recipe for Carrot-Pear Gut Health & Digestion


Ingredients


  • 1 carrot, large

  • 1 ½ pears

  • 4 sprigs of parsley

  • 2 - 2 ½ cups of water


Makes approximately 3 ½ cups, cup = 250 millilitres (ml)


Directions


  1. Wash and chop fresh ingredients

  2. Add to blender with water

  3. Blend until smooth

  4. Add more water or ice if you like cool or thinner beverages


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Total Nutritional Profile for the Recipe:


All data is an estimation as information will vary depending on the produce used.


  • Calories: 151 kcal

  • Carbohydrates: 37.2 g

  • Fibre: 8.3 g, 33.2% of the DRI for women and about 21.8% for men

  • Sugars: 26.2 g

  • Protein: 0.5 g

  • Fat: 0.2 g


Vitamins and Minerals:


  • Vitamin A: Provides around 100% of the DRI

  • Vitamin C: Provides around 23% of the DRI

  • Vitamin K: Provides around 50% of the DRI

  • Potassium: Provides around 5% of the DRI


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Nutritional Profile Per Serving (250 ml)


  • Calories: 43 kcal

  • Carbohydrates: About 10.6 g

  • Fiber: About 2.4 g, 9.6% of the DRI for women and 6.3% DRI for men

  • Sugars: 7.5 g

  • Protein: 0.1 g

  • Fat: 0.1 g


Vitamins and Minerals:


  • Vitamin A: Provides around 28.6% of the DRI

  • Vitamin C: Provides around 6.6% of the DRI

  • Vitamin K: Provides around 14.3% of the DRI

  • Potassium: Provides around 1.4% of the DRI


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